What's Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor

For the last WHAT podcast of the 2023-2024 academic year, hosts Sessy and Tina explore laughing and crying and the importance of both in many different contexts. View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w2fBCa75LJDoWwXua0-otAcFtWXjgqoB9xJaEWy5pCU/edit?usp=sharing ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Learn mor...

We're back! Hosts Simeen, Sessy, and Tina tackle the topic of building connections and making friends as an adult college student, sharing personal stories and advice. Links to resources mentioned in the episode: Transfer & Returning Student Resource Center: https://www.pdx.edu/transfer-center/ PSU Connect: https://pdx.campuslabs.com/engage/ View the transcription here: https://docs.google...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss occupational wellbeing. View the transcription here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://docs.google.com/document/d/16tdahaaIPGuzpHKk-gKApnohUHRuK1UAo33StxGrXOk/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about Wellbeing Coaching at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/wellbeing-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ _______________________________________________________________________________________...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss the emotional health! View the transcription here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://docs.google.com/document/d/16tdahaaIPGuzpHKk-gKApnohUHRuK1UAo33StxGrXOk/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about Wellbeing Coaching at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/wellbeing-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ _________________________________________________________________________________________...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss the relational dimension of wellbeing, also known as social. They discuss how people relate to others, relationships, communities, and how to grow your wellbeing in this area. View the transcription here: ⁠⁠ https://docs.google.com/document/d/16tdahaaIPGuzpHKk-gKApnohUHRuK1UAo33StxGrXOk/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about Wellbeing Coaching at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss the intellectual dimension of wellbeing, exploring the various ways we learn and challenge ourselves. They discuss brains and passions, while provide some tips and tricks to keep your mind stimulated. View the transcription here: ⁠ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DVSW5iEgrSPAZky4dw4CFb7DRjoNcAHOzhTg1BrArJY/edit?usp=sharing Learn more about Wel...

Environmental wellbeing is complex and scalable. Tune in to hear Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie chat about environments of all shapes and sizes! View the transcription here: ⁠https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GwCUc038le4Bpw_15hCcQlE7w0LbWs7d3BVIBU169BI/edit?usp=sharing⁠ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Learn more a...

Join hosts Simeen, Sessy, and Tina on 'Sleep 101' as they delve into the diverse sleep habits of college students, tackling the challenges and offering practical tips for better rest in the bustling world of university life. View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OywEmyf4-B-cAA6nDy4mtZfa9cDC3zg1ONHLtjxtqfU/edit?usp=sharing _________________________________________...

Welcome back! Discover how different environments impact well-being with hosts Simeen and Sessy. Links for what was mentioned in the episode: PSU's Outdoor Program: https://www.pdx.edu/recreation/outdoor-program PSU's Student Sustainability Center: https://www.pdx.edu/student-sustainability-center/ View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AOGxVGp5qIBLbtxRj1w_SiCY7vE...

In this episode, Sessy and Tina dive into the world of stress. From everyday challenges to societal impacts, these candid conversations cover it all, offering diverse perspectives and insights into the complex nature of stress in our lives. View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1veiAH9jJbSYicDuSZkTAUCLfjeRMu00LjM0l_5k-Ra4/edit?usp=sharing _________________________________...

Host, Tina, and guest, Lupita, dive into the vast topic of nutrition and using it to fuel your body and feel your best! View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xANfPhwNKm7ClNtoFZSejy8gB8AfPFNCSV9l6yux0x4/edit?usp=sharing ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Learn more about Wellbeing Coaching at  ⁠⁠⁠https://...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss the spiritual dimension of wellbeing, one way to look at a person's quality of life. They discuss how different people understand and connect to spiritual wellbeing, as well as various things people do and think about in their spiritual practice. View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GwCUc038le4Bpw_15hCcQlE7w0LbWs7d3...

In this episode, Sessy and Tina scratch the surface of an engaging conversation about sex, delving into sexual health, sex education, stigma, and more. Join them for an eye-opening exploration of these vital topics! View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1veiAH9jJbSYicDuSZkTAUCLfjeRMu00LjM0l_5k-Ra4/edit?usp=sharing  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ____________________________________________________...

Join Sessy, Tina, and Simeen in this episode in a conversation about the joys and challenges of engaging in a lifestyle with healthy movement. Listen in as they share their thoughts, experiences, and insights on physical well-being and body image, providing a real and unfiltered take on these important aspects of life. CW: Body image, disordered eating, and weight management BIKETOWN resource ment...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss the physical dimension of wellbeing, one way to look at a person's quality of life. They discuss how physical wellbeing has been defined in harmful ways, how we can redefine it for ourselves, and tools/resources for improving the health of our bodies (and our relationship to our bodies). Check out our companion Resource Guide for this episode:...

In this week's episode, we meet our new hosts: Sessy, Simeen, and Tina! Together, they talk about the changes that students often face in life, both big and small. They share their own experiences and give helpful advice for handling these changes with confidence and strength. View the transcription here:   https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wVobl4H4qOlG_V6nUQZ4CZyE8zxJOJe9b_1zXXGPLw4/edit?us...

Peer Wellbeing Coaches Christine and Ellie discuss the dimensions of wellbeing model, one way to look at a person's quality of life. They discuss how different elements interact, are impacted by social forces, and how PSU students can improve their wellbeing. Stay tuned as we dive into each dimension in coming episodes! View the transcription here:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/19DYgQZgz...

Happy finals and graduation week! Whitney and Makayla close off their time on the podcast by talking about their book recommendations for your summer reading list, as well as giving their final goodbyes as they embark on post-grad life! Listen for a range of fiction and non-fiction, memoir, thriller, and more! Also stay tuned for a few special guest appearances from our fellow WHATsters, Marcy, Ke...

Welcome back to What's Up: Wellness from the Third Floor and happy week 10! Join Whitney and Makayla as they reminisce on their experiences in undergrad and graduate school, including the process of applying for and attending graduate school and what options you have post-grad, including joining the workforce or going postbacc! We also talk about some things to consider as you navigate these p...

TW: This episode contains potentially triggering topics like weight loss, body image, and eating disorders. If you're not in the space to hear about these topics right now, feel free to skip this episode and/or reach out to SHAC counseling services for additional support (links to do this are included below). Welcome back to What's Up: Wellness from the 3rd Floor! For today's topic, Wh...

In this week's episode, Whitney and Makayla discuss the cultural significance of yoga practice, and how it can be traced back to Ancient Indian spiritual traditions. We also talk about the current, more commercialized state of yoga and how to be more respectful and culturally aware of its origins when practicing yoga. We hope you enjoy! View the transcription here: https://docs.google.com/docu...

Welcome to week 7! In this week's episode, Whitney and Makayla discuss STIs and how to destigmatize them, including what STIs are and how common they are, the communities that STI stigma most impacts, and some specific tips on how we can work together to destigmatize them. We also hear Whitney and Makayla talk about their Mother's Day weekends and some helpful sexual health resources. We h...

In this week's episode, Whitney and Makayla talk about the dynamics of various family roles and how they impact us as adults. They also discuss how to break away from harmful family dynamics and how to seek support during this product. You can also look forward to a book and podcast recommendation, and Whitney and Makayla's takes on nature versus nurture and the possible link between famil...

Have you ever wondered if anxiety is making it harder to sleep? Anxiety can affect us in a lot of ways, especially in the quality of sleep we get. In this week's episode, Whitney and Makayla talk all about how anxiety affects sleep, including the ways in which it impacts our sleep, what can happen if we're not getting quality sleep, and ways to alleviate nighttime anxiety. We also hear abo...

In this week's episode, Whitney and Makayla talk all about the phases of menstruation and menopause, including when they occur, what happens during each phase, and what symptoms you can expect. We also talk about the importance of inclusivity in reproductive health and healthcare, how to advocate for yourself and your health, and why it's important to educate yourself on reproductive healt...